The continued hot and dry weather has moved the region into a severe drought status.
The latest report issued by the U.S. Drought Monitor through the National Weather Service indicates the entire Arkansas and Missouri Lakes region under the severe drought with the lake of rainfall beginning to impact crops and pastures as well as water supplies.
Forecasters say that rain chances will increase in the area next week but that drought conditions are expected to continue into August.
Recovery Jamboree This Saturday
The annual event bringing together resources to help individuals in their recovery journey happens this Saturday.
Announcement of Fraud Arrests Includes Man from Lakes Region
An announcement in Missouri Monday focuses on the results of a summer enforcement of fraud charges.
Heat Advisory Again in Place for Missouri Ozarks
The Missouri Ozarks once again is under a Heat Advisory.
Lakes Region Teen Injured in Crash in Parking Lot of Lucas Motor Speedway
A teenager from the Lakes Region is injured in a crash in the parking lot of a racetrack in Hickory County over the weekend.
Railroad Car Leaves Track in Downtown Branson
Motorist traveling through downtown Branson Friday afternoon experienced a temporary street closure.